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Small Animal Patient Care Intermediate And General Ward Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH)

University of California, Davis · Davis, CA · 2 wk ago
Healthcare$31.32–$47.4/hrFull-time

Job Summary

Independent of supervision in a hospital setting, as a significant part of daily duties, responsible for treatment of patients with life-threatening illness or injury, whose conditions are likely to change on a moment-to-moment basis. Provide paraveterinary technical support to the Small Animal Clinic Veterinarians. Responsible for the treatment of patients, blood bank support, student instruction, clinician support and facility support.

Recruitment Period

Applicants will be screened after two weeks; and then on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the apply by date. Apply By Date 07/16/2026 by 11:59 pm

Qualifications

  • Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
  • No minimum education required.
  • Experience working in a Small Animal Hospital as a veterinary technician.
  • Experience administering medications.
  • Experience collecting blood.
  • Skill to independently provide intense moment to moment monitoring and reassessment of emergent, critically ill patients with life-threatening illness or injury, whose conditions are likely to change on a moment-to-moment basis.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license.
  • Experience catheterizing blood vessels and urinary track.
  • Experience in aseptic nursing and sterile techniques.
  • Experience in emergency critical care medicine.

Key Responsibilities

  • 50% - Small Animal Clinic Patient Care in the Intermediate and Care Ward
  • 30% - Small Animal Patient Care in the General Ward
  • 10% - Quasi Instructor
  • 5% - Clinician Support
  • 5% - Facility Care

Department Overview

The Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) is a unit that provides clinical case material in support of the teaching programs throughout the School of Veterinary Medicine on a 24-hour basis. Its primary objectives are to train professional (veterinary) students, graduate clinical students (interns and residents), and graduate academic students; to provide veterinary services to the public; to serve as a referral center for practicing veterinarians, and to advance veterinary medical knowledge.

Position Information

  • Salary or Pay Range: $31.32 - $47.40
  • Salary Frequency: Hourly
  • Salary Grade: 215
  • UC Job Title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH
  • UC Job Code: 004752
  • Number of Positions: 1
  • Appointment Type: Staff: Career
  • Percentage of Time: 100%
  • Fixed Shift (Work Schedule): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 6am-4:30pm
  • Location: Davis, Ca
  • Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals
  • Benefits Eligible: Yes

Physical Demands

  • Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Environmental Demands

  • Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Mental Demands - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Work Environment - UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014.

Special Requirements

  • Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
  • This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
  • This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials

Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together. As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here.

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